Atty. Christopher Sharkey
Mr. Christopher Sharkey is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui, dwi and 6 other areas of law.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 36+ Years Experience
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About Christopher Sharkey at a Glance
Christopher Sharkey is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at The Sharkey Law Office. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, immigration, business, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Texas (1990), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1993), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (1993). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1990) and University of Texas at Tyler (B.B.A., 1987). Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas Texas Young Lawyers Association Houston Young Lawyers Association Houston Volunteer Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Christopher Sharkey
- Mr. Christopher Sharkey is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui, dwi and 6 other areas of law
- Christopher received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Tyler in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Christopher practices at The Sharkey Law Office in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Christopher Sharkey's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Sharkey handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
DUI / DWI Defense in Houston
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Criminal Defense in Houston
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Immigration Law in Houston
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Business & Corporate Law in Houston
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Juvenile Law in Houston
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose Christopher Sharkey
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Christopher Sharkey's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, immigration, business, and juvenile.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Christopher Sharkey brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, Christopher Sharkey can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and immigration, Christopher Sharkey can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Christopher Sharkey attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Christopher Sharkey Handles in Houston
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